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Friday, March 14, 2014

A day in my pouch is a series of blog posts (I try and post them every few days) to show what a typical daily menu looks like in my post weight loss surgery world. Yesterday's menu...

Breakfast: I had some mushrooms that needed using up so I sauteed them and they went on top of a scrambled egg with a sprinkle of cheese.

Lunch: I made a batch of one of my favorite salads to keep in the fridge. It only gets better and better as it sits. I added some chopped up, grilled chicken I had leftover from dinner the other night. I always throw an extra piece or two on the grill for salads or lunches later in the week.

I filled my bento box and went outside on the patio. I brought the computer outside and worked on a few projects and tried to avoid looking at all the weeding and tree trimming I need to do. I have been advised by my Dr's (PCP sent me to a hematologist) not to do too much physical stuff until I get my iron back up to snuff. I'm scheduled for a series of iron infusions next week. I'll let you know how that all goes. The malabsorptive component of RNY Gastric Bypass Surgery is a bit of a double edged sword. Despite taking all my vitamins faithfully and eating well (lots of iron rich foods) I am not absorbing it. Take this as a pubic service announcement: Get those labs done! Don't let it get super low like I did.

Dinner: I love these mini meatloaves. I make a lot of different version. This one with all the flavors of Middle Eastern Falafel is a favorite and will be in rotation for awhile for sure. I served it with Shelly's Greek Yogurt Hummus Dip (just equal parts Greek Yogurt and Hummus.) I didn't feel like anything else but it would be great with leftover bean salad above or

12 comments:

Your food looks great! I am very appreciative of all your advice & recipes. I am currently awaiting my date for revision surgery from band to bypass and am trying to do my homework and be prepared for my new life. I love your blog!!! It is a huge help! Following on Pinterest also. Mahalo!

My surgery is April 16 so 2 days away,I am exited and scared at the same time but cant wait to start my new life :)I know your website will help me so much and has helped me because I have made some of your recipes already:) Thank you so much for this site and your time ~ jaimevictoryismine78@gmail.com

I love your site and am so appreciative of all the time you invest to giving people creative ideas and ways to enjoy their new way of eating. I have learned so much about new ways to cook thank you so much!!!Jennifer - Punkinwjen@aol.com

After my surgery in September, when I thought I would never be able to eat again and enjoy it, when I thought I would never be able to tolerate real food again, when I thought all hope was lost and regretting my decision, I found you. Now, down 83 lbs and loving my new life! More than you'll ever know...thank you.

I'm so excited that my cousin told me about you! I am only 12 days post-op, but feeling great (thank you Jesus). I have no doubt that your recipes and menus will be favorites. Thank you for giving us all insight from someone who has certainly been there! <3 Anne hairchick42@gmail.com

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About Me

I had my guts rearranged (aka Weight Loss Surgery, RNY gastric bypass surgery June 2006) This blog is basically me rambling about my world. I also post recipes that I've adapted to make weight loss surgery friendly.
I love to cook.
I have always loved to cook. It's my creative outlet. I was scared that having weight loss surgery would put an end to my days in the kitchen but happily it did not. I actually get to be even more creative by analyzing a favorite recipe and seeing where I can make changes to make a healthier version of a pre-op favorite.

Eggface Favorite Quotes

Weight Loss Surgery is not a DO-OVER (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.) Weight Loss Surgery is a DO-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)Don't trade what you want most, for what you want at the moment.

At any given moment you have the power to say: this is NOT how the story is going to end.

There is NO finish-line. Healthy food choices, move your body, work on the head. Rinse, lather, repeat. Forever.

A true friend is someone who thinks that you are a good egg even though they know you are slightly cracked.